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News

Jisc and Taylor & Francis agree new open research deal for UKWe’ve negotiated a new two-year transitional agreement with Taylor & Francis to offer more publishing options to researchers at UK universities.
New streamlined purchasing system helps organisations buy digital preservation solutions more quicklyJisc’s new dynamic purchasing system for digital preservation offers efficient and compliant solution for data management in the education sector.
Many international students find digital learning in UK incomparable to previous experiencesNew resources share challenges faced by international students studying in higher education
Jisc review of UK open access and transitional agreements finds positives, but that a full transition is not in sightNew report finds that despite improvements – rapid growth in transitional agreements, sector savings and high levels of funder compliance – a full transition to open access will not happen soon.
Hull College wins Jisc-sponsored award for its use of AI to break down language barriers to learningThe Microsoft Translate project triumphed at the AoC Beacon Awards for its ability to improve accessibility and inclusivity for 1,000 learners
Jisc, UK institutions and Wiley renew open access agreementWe've negotiated a new two-year transitional agreement between UK universities and Wiley.
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Blog

Networkshop 2024: Building the powerful connections needed to deliver the best learner experienceExplore next generation networking while also contributing to your continued professional development programme.
UK must step up to ensure access to digital learning is ethical, innovative and inclusiveReflections from the State of the Net conference
Becoming anti-racist isn’t always easy or comfortable: but it’s the right thing to doOutlining Jisc's journey from a non-racist to an actively anti-racist organisation
What do students know about AI?The updated Jisc discovery tool will help them find out.
Using UKRI’s open access fund for long-form publications: a guide from JiscWe’ve created a guide for librarians and research professionals who are applying for UKRI’s OA fund for long-form publications to ensure procedures can be followed with ease.
Six ways FE colleges can help learners and teachers thrive in an AI-enabled worldA new set of guiding principles from Jisc and AoC makes it easier for colleges to use AI safely, responsibly and effectively.
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Features

‘Let’s persuade educators to take some risks’Experience Georgia Tucker’s immersive digital installation Lente at Digifest, exploring the benefits of mindfulness and reconnecting with every element of nature.
Prioritising accessibility could boost sustainability at your institution todayAs sustainability continues to be an increasing priority for education leaders, we take a look at how making learning more accessible for all can help institutions make sustainable gains.
The impacts of a serious cyber incident go far beyond just financial costsHow Jisc helped the University of Manchester recover after a phishing email unleashed a cyber attack.
The human element: reimagining the digital strategyThe University of Exeter puts people, not technology, at the heart of its digital strategy.
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Member stories

From scoping to implementing: insights and guidance from Newcastle’s learning analytics journeyThe learning analytics project team from Newcastle University share their experience implementing data explorer and study goal.
A RAAC race against time: connecting a sixth form at speedImagine finding out, just days before your sixth form students are due to start their courses in September, that the school building is unsafe for use and there is nowhere for them to learn…
Scrums and squads: how Exeter’s agile culture is paying off for digital transformationScrum master, squads, fortnightly sprints, backend developers… These might not be everyday terms in most UK universities but they’re behind the approach powering digital transformation at the University of Exeter – and it’s working.
Using the power of collaboration to demystify open monographsElaine Sykes, head of open research at Lancaster University, explains how the last twelve months have seen their library team work tirelessly to bring open monographs to the forefront of planning.
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Podcasts

Beyond the Technology: International students’ digital experience

Elizabeth Newall and guests delve into the digital experiences of international students in UK higher education.

Research talk: A review of transitional agreements

Anna Vernon hosts an exploration of the recently launched review of transitional agreements with community experts Chris Banks and Professor Stephen Curry.
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Reports

A review of transitional agreements in the UKCharting the progress of open access and evaluating the effectiveness of transitional agreements in that process.
Jisc trustees’ report and financial statementsThe trustees present their strategic report and audited consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 July 2023.
International students’ digital experience phase two: experiences and expectationsThe voices of over 2000 higher education international students describe their digital border crossings and the digital shocks that impact the learning experience.
Elevating the UK further education and skills sector: Strategy review 2020-2023Highlights of what we have achieved against the five pillars of our strategy for further education and skills.
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